Girl Scouts Is The Place For Every Girl

2021-22 Girl Scout Juliette Welcome GuideGirl Scoutsis the place forevery girl.For over 100 years, Girl Scouts of the USAhas given girls the tools to lead, breakbarriers, and create positive change.These are the girls and young womenwho dream big and do bigger.There’s never been a better time tobe a Girl Scout Juliette and share theexperience with friends and family.Regardless of her race, class, or religion,every girl has a home at Girl Scouts.

For girls. By girls.Everything a Girl Scout does—whether it’s climbing mountains, speakingher mind, or dreaming up new technology—has beendeveloped especially for, and is tested by, girls. Girl Scouts is aworld where girls can do, and be, whatever they dream.DaisyBrownieJuniorCadetteGrades: K-1Grades: 2-3Grades: 4-5Grades: 6-8SeniorAmbassadorGrades: 9-10Grades: 11-12From kindergarten through 12th grade girls gain important skills in fourareas that form the foundation of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience:STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math), outdoors, life skills, andentrepreneurship.Our MissionGirl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character,who make the world a better place.Girl Scout Promise Girl Scout LawOn my honor, I will try:To serve God* and my country,To help people at all times,And to live by the Girl Scout Law.* Members may substitute for the word Godin accordance with their own spiritual beliefs.2 girlscoutsoc.org/juliettesI will do my best to behonest and fair,friendly and helpful,considerate and caring,courageous and strong, andresponsible for what I say and do,and torespect myself and others,respect authority,use resources wisely,make the world a better place,and be a sister to every Girl Scout.

What is a Girl Scout Juliette?Girl Scout Juliettes are individually registered Girl Scouts, whochoose not to participate in the troop format, but still have accessto a robust offering of Girl Scout experiences and opportunities.Julliettes are active, independent, self-confident girls who want tobe part of something larger – Girl Scouts! Juliettes is Girl Scoutingcustom-made for any girl! It’s a great way to take the lead in theGirl Scout experience and pursue activities that match individualinterests and schedule.There are many ways to have fun and explore the world in GirlScouts. It all depends on what each girl is interested in; earn badgeswhile experimenting with science in the outdoors, make new friendsat summer camp, travel, explore interests through series and eventsand learn what it takes to run a business in our Cookie Program.Every Girl Scout has opportunities to build skills and confidence inSTEM, the outdoors, Life Skills, and Entrepreneurship – the pillars ofthe Girl Scout leadership Experience.As a Juliette, girls work on Girl Scout programs with a parent or otheradult mentor. Each girl decides what activities to participate in andwhich awards she wants to earn.2021-22 Girl Scout Juliettes Guide 3

Her Best Year YetDuring the course of a Girl Scout year, Juliettes will participate ina variety of activities. Girl Scouts is girl led. Girls supported byAdult Volunteers like you, work to set goals and make plans to dothe things they’re most interested in.Activities might include:Badge or Journey earning activitiesGirl Scout awards and badges are a great way for girls toexplore their interests and learn new skills—and to rememberevery adventure by proudly wearing them on their uniforms asthey show the world what they’ve accomplished.Fall Product & Girl Scout Cookie ProgramIn addition to honing entrepreneurial skills Juliettes have theopportunity to set goals and earn start-up funds for Girl Scoutactivities, community service, or take action projects.OutingsGirls learn by doing and getting out into the world around them.Outings might include visiting a business, going on a camp-outand hike, or even practicing life skills at a restaurant.TravelIn Girl Scouting, travel presents girls the opportunity tolearn about themselves, other cultures, new places, and theoutdoors as they prepare, plan, and budget for their trip.A weekend or week at Camp SchermanOur year-round camp program is better than ever with excitingthemed camp experiences to fit everyone’s schedules andinterests. Girls can select from themed camp sessions thatinclude traditional Girl Scout camp activities, like archery,canoeing, hiking, and more.Community Service and Take Action ProjectsWhether it’s through planting a garden, painting a mural, orlaunching a letter-writing campaign, she’ll make the world abetter place.Bridging EventsWhen Girl Scouts advance to the next Girl Scout level, they crossa bridge to symbolize a connection between her past Girl Scoutexperience and her future Girl Scout adventures.To register for events, visit girlscoutsoc.org/events4 girlscoutsoc.org/juliettes

UniformsFor over a century, Girl Scouts have proudly worn distinctiveuniforms that symbolize the ideals of our organization. Girl Scoutsat each level wear one required element (tunic, sash, or vest) todisplay official pins and awards. Girls can mix and match piecesfrom the official Girl Scout collection for their Girl Scout level withitems from their own wardrobes.Shopping List: Sash, Vest, or Tunic Juliette patch Council Identification Set Insignia Tab Membership Pins Flag Patch Girls’ Guideto Girl ScoutingOptional: Level Shirt or White Polo Brownie or Daisy UniformBottomsAmericanFlag PatchrfallWateCouncilID SetInsignia TabMY tePatchllAll levels may wear anykhaki bottoms Girl Scout AccessoriesQuestions? Girl Scout Shop staff arehappy to help!Girl Scout Shop Visit us in store at our Irvine or Yorba Linda locationswhere our staff will help you find everything you need to get started.Irvine HeadquartersYorba Linda Program CenterHours: Monday-Thursday: 10am-6pm,Friday: 10am-3pm, Saturday: 11am-3pm(Closed on Saturdays in July and August)Monday-Thursday: 10:00am-6:00pm9500 Toledo WayIrvine, California 92618949-461-88024652 Casa Loma AveYorba Linda, CA 92886949-461-8809Shop hours:2021-22 Girl Scout Juliettes Guide 5

Your Role as A Juliette ParentGirl Scout Juliettes is a girl-led, family driven Girl Scout experience. Asa parent/guardian of a Juliette, you and your Girl Scout will be partners,shaping and sharing in the fun of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience.Parent/guardians will: Register her as Girl Scout. Go to girlscoutsoc.org and click on“MyGS” to register/renew her membership, paying the annualmembership dues, which provides insurance coverage for her GirlScout activities. Consider becoming an adult Girl Scout! By registering yourself,you become a sister Girl Scout entitled to member benefits,including access to free training, activity accident insurance, andcommunications from Girl Scouts. She’ll see your commitment to hergrowth and before you know it, you’ll be growing too! Help her choose her passion and path. Decide when to meet andwhat Girl Scout activities, badges and awards she’d like to earn. Explore the Volunteer Toolkit, a digital portal for easy, fun GirlScout activities and step-by-step guides for completing badges andjourneys. A guide for accessing the VTK is available at girlscoutsoc.org/juliettes. To access the VTK go to girlscoutsoc.org and click on“My GS”. Find events and opportunities. Explore our event calendar andassist her in registering for activities that fit her interests. Find eventsand opportunities at girlscoutsoc.org/events. Partner to create a budget to reach her goals. You can evencomplete a Financial Literacy badge in the process! She may want toparticipate in our Fall Product or Cookie Programs to earn money tofund her experience. Visit our Girl Scout Shop online or in-person in Irvine and assistyour Girl Scout with purchasing a uniform, badges earned, and a GirlsGuide to Girl Scouting or memory book. Visit our Girl Scout Shop atgirlscoutsoc.org/shop. Participate in Juliette Support Meetings for guidance andconnection. To learn more email customercare@girlscoutsoc.org.6 girlscoutsoc.org/juliettes

Juliette Support MeetingsNew! Each month, Girl Scout Juliettes and their adult mentors areinvited to join our virtual gathering where Juliette Advisors and staff willprovide support, learn about GSOC and local Service Unit events, andbe connected to resources to support the Girl Scout Juliette experience.This is also a great opportunity to meet other Juliette families!Find Juliette Support Meetings on GSOC’s Event Calendar atgirlscoutsoc.org/events. After registering for a session, you will receivea Zoom link and password to participate virtually.Transitioning MembershipGirl Scout Juliettes are individually registered members of Girl Scouts.Many girls choose this membership option because they want toparticipate on their own schedule or because they are waiting for anew troop to form. If her troop has been disbanded or her schedule haschanged, becoming a Girl Scout Juliette can help her continue her ownpersonal leadership adventure!Girls can transition from Juliettes into a troop or vice versa at anytime within the membership year (October 1 – September 30). Girlsonly register (pay membership dues) once a year. For assistancein transitioning your membership, please email customercare@girlscoutsoc.org.Funding Her Juliette ExperienceGirl Scout Juliette families providefunds for special events and activities.Girls can also participate in our FallProduct and Cookie programs to helpcover the costs of their experience byearning Juliette Dollars, Cookie Dough,OC Bucks and Online Loot as rewards.Financial Assistance is available foruniforms, membership dues, campand events. Contact customercare@girlscoutsoc.org for assistance.2021-22 Girl Scout Juliettes Guide 7

Valuable ResourcesYou belong to a network of nearly 1 million adults who share animportant commitment: preparing girls to lead successful lives.Here are a few of the many resources availableto support our vital Girl Scout Juliette parents:Girl Scouts of Orange County WebsiteOur council website provides a wealth of information on ourprograms, features a robust calendar of events, and servesas our central hub for important forms and documents.Learn more at girlscoutsoc.org.Volunteer ToolkitThe Volunteer Toolkit (VTK) is your digital portal for easy,fun Girl Scout activities year-round! With this step-by-stepguide, you’ll discover how you can help take the Girl Scoutexperience to the next level.To access the VTK, go to girlscoutsoc.org and select MyGSVTK, and then Volunteer Toolkit.Email NewslettersAs a part of your Girl Scout membership, you will receiveWeekly Volunteer News and/or Monthly Member Newsemails. These emails provide the latest information aboutGirl Scouting in Orange County, including important councilupdates, Girl Scout program opportunities, and upcomingevents.If you have questions, comments, or need additionalsupport, please email customercare@girlscoutsoc.org.8 girlscoutsoc.org/juliettes

Girl Scout Juliettes is a girl-led, family driven Girl Scout experience. As a parent/guardian of a Juliette, you and your Girl Scout will be partners, shaping and sharing in the fun of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience. Parent/guardians will: Register her as Girl Scout. Go to girlscoutsoc.org and click on